About the job

Transform your Finance & Accounting career with AI TalentFlow. Are you ready to embark on a career journey that's dynamic, working with a rapidly growing company who will leverage your passion and energy for financial and operational problem solving to propel themselves past their competition? We are working with one such company who is looking for a Controller to lead their organizations Finance Team.

At AI TalentFlow, we're committed to driving the success of startups and scaling enterprise solutions, and it's the talent and dedication of professionals like you that make this possible.

Role Overview:

As the Controller at a Data and Analytics Consulting Firm, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial operations, reporting, and compliance aspects for the company. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining financial health, ensuring accurate reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making within the company.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the company's financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Monitor financial performance against budget, analyze variances, and provide insights to support decision-making.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and analysis to management, stakeholders, and external parties as required.
• Coordinate and oversee the annual audit process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and timely completion of audit deliverables.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, including tax filings, reporting requirements, and other statutory obligations.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends, and implement necessary changes to maintain compliance and best practices.

Strategic Support:

• Collaborate with executive management to develop financial strategies, business plans, and budgets aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making, investment evaluations, and resource allocation.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and manage the finance team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to enhance team performance and capabilities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement within the finance department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proven experience (5 - 10 years) in a financial management role, preferably in a consulting or professional services firm.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, regulations, and best practices, with the ability to apply them effectively in a consulting environment.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, analyze trends, and generate insights to support decision-making.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, explicitly Sage Intacct; experience with data analytics tools and technologies is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and integrity in financial reporting and compliance.